Opera singing is in every way of inestimable value; a real heritage for all mankind that has been reached over centuries of studies, attempts, flights of the spirit.
Andrea BocelliRead
When I get on stage, my first goal is not to show my expertise, but on the contrary, to give a bit of happiness, of joy, of cheerfulness. I am firmly convinced that in order to sing well, you must love your neighbor and be passionate about life.
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes the importance of spreading joy and love through performance rather than just showcasing talent.
Andrea Bocelli highlights that his primary aim during performances is to bring happiness and positivity to his audience rather than merely displaying his vocal skills. He believes that a genuine love for others and a passion for life are essential to truly resonate in his art, suggesting that the emotional connection and joy shared with the audience is more valuable than technical expertise alone.
In practice
This quote can inspire performers to focus on the emotional connection with their audience during a speech or concert.
Opera singing is in every way of inestimable value; a real heritage for all mankind that has been reached over centuries of studies, attempts, flights of the spirit.
To sing opera, one needs two things: the voice and the passion - and above all, the passion.
It's always beautiful to sing with other great voices. I like voices in general. It's a big privilege to have great singers next to me.
A voice is very intimate. It's something of your own. So there's always this fear, because you feel naked. There's a fear of not reaching up to expectations. As you become more famous, people come and expect to hear something extraordinary, so you don't want to disappoint them. I feel this sense of responsibility.
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